Australia-Wide · Fixed-Fee · Xero Certified

Your Australian
Small Business
Accountant.

Most accountants treat small businesses like mini corporations. We don't. Smith Accountants gives every Australian small business owner a proactive, fixed-fee accounting partner — not just an annual tax return.

Let's look at your numbers See our services
Registered Tax Agent
Xero Certified Advisors
48-hour response guarantee
// At a glance
200+
Small businesses supported across Australia
48h
Guaranteed response time on all enquiries
$0
Surprise bills — everything is fixed monthly
8+
Years advising Australian small businesses
Fixed monthly subscription
Know exactly what you pay — every month
Proactive, not reactive
We reach out — you don't chase us
Australia-wide, cloud-first
Work with us from anywhere in Australia
100%
Fixed-fee — no hourly billing
Quarterly
Strategy calls included in every plan
Live
Xero dashboards — see your numbers anytime
ATO
Registered Tax Agent No. 26341587
// Who we help

Built for Australian small businesses,
across every industry.

We specialise in the accounting needs of small and growing Australian businesses — from sole traders to companies with growing teams.

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Trades & Construction

BAS, payroll, and cash flow management for builders, electricians, plumbers, and contractors.

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Retail & E-commerce

Inventory reconciliation, GST management, and Shopify/Xero integration for online and bricks-and-mortar retailers.

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Professional Services

Tax planning, trust structures, and advisory support for consultants, agencies, and advisers.

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Hospitality & Food

Wages, tipping, payroll tax, and supplier cost management for cafés, restaurants, and food businesses.

// Our Services

Everything a small business
needs — nothing it doesn't.

Most popular

Tax & Compliance

The foundation every Australian small business needs: accurate, on-time lodgements, with no last-minute scrambles or ATO surprises.

  • Company & trust tax returns
  • BAS preparation & lodgement
  • Payroll & superannuation compliance
  • Financial statements & ASIC reporting
  • ATO correspondence handled for you

Strategic Advisory

Quarterly planning calls, cash flow forecasting, tax planning, and practical business advice — from an accountant who actually knows your numbers.

Virtual CFO

For businesses ready for the next level: monthly reporting packs, board-level forecasting, and a financial partner at your side for every major decision.
// How we work

Simple from day one.

No jargon, no surprises, no chasing. Here's what working with us actually looks like.

01 — Discovery

15-minute call

We learn about your business, your current setup, and what you actually need — no sales pitch.

02 — Setup

Xero onboarding

We connect your accounts, clean up your books if needed, and get everything running properly in Xero.

03 — Ongoing

Monthly support

BAS lodged, payroll checked, questions answered within 48 hours — every month, without you asking.

04 — Reviews

Quarterly strategy

We sit down every quarter to review your numbers, plan for tax, and flag anything that needs attention.

// Client Feedback

What Australian small
business owners say about us.

★★★★★

"Switching to Smith Accountants was the best move for our agency. The fixed monthly fee means no surprises, and having a live Xero dashboard has completely changed how we make decisions."

Sarah Jenkins
Director, Creative Digital BNE
★★★★★

"Finally, an accountant who actually replies to emails quickly! Their 48-hour guarantee is real. They handle all our tax compliance so I can focus on running my construction business."

Mark T.
Owner, River City Builds
★★★★★

"The quarterly strategy calls are invaluable. They don't just crunch the numbers — they actively help us plan for tax season and manage our cash flow properly. Worth every dollar."

Emily Chen
Founder, Fortitude Coffee Co.
// FAQ

Common questions,
direct answers.

What does a small business accountant in Australia actually do?
A small business accountant handles your compliance obligations — tax returns, BAS, payroll, financial statements — and should also provide proactive advice on cash flow, tax planning, and business decisions. At Smith Accountants, both are included in every plan.
How much do small business accounting services cost in Australia?
We offer fixed monthly subscription plans so you know exactly what's included and what you'll pay. Pricing depends on the size and complexity of your business — we'll outline this clearly in your discovery call with no obligation.
Do I need to be in Brisbane to work with Smith Accountants?
No. While we're Brisbane-based, we work with small businesses throughout Australia using cloud accounting technology and virtual meetings. If you have an internet connection, we can support you.
What accounting software do you use?
We are Xero Certified Advisors and work exclusively in Xero. If you're on another platform, we'll handle the migration as part of your onboarding.
What's included in the quarterly strategy calls?
Every quarter we review your profit and loss, cash position, upcoming tax obligations, and any business decisions on the horizon — and give you plain-language guidance on what to do next. No extra charge.
// Get started

Ready to talk to a real accountant?

Book a 15-minute discovery call. No cost, no commitment — just a conversation about your business and what you need.

No hourly billing — ever
48-hour response guaranteed
Australia-wide, cloud-first
Xero setup included
Book your discovery call

We'll confirm availability within 1 business day

Your small business deserves
an accountant who actually shows up.

15 minutes with Smith Accountants is all it takes to find out if we're the right fit for your business.

Book your discovery call